| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Sterile urine container |
6 days 2-8° C; 2 days at Room Temperature |
Male: 20-370 mg/dL Female: 20-320 mg/dL |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred amount: 1.0 mL Urine
Minimum amount: 0.5 mL Urine |
Method
Colorimetric
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Schedule
Mon-Fri
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Turn-Around Time
24hrs
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Instructions/Notes
Ensure that lid is tightly closed to prevent leakage/test cancellation
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Clinical Utility
To determine if the kidneys are functioning normally and to monitor treatment of kidney disease.
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CPT Codes
82575
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